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Dr. Kirk Jensen, MD

Dr. Kirk Jensen, MD

Lafayette, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Jensen, Orthopedic Surgeon in Lafayette, CA?

    Dr. Kirk Jensen, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lafayette, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Jensen graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedics; Univ Ca Sf Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Jensen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jensen’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jensen’s office at (925) 284-5300.

    Where did Dr. Jensen go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: University of Texas Medical School at San Antonio | University of Texas Medical School At San Antonio,San Antonio, Tx, United States | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program

    • Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedics; Univ Ca Sf Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, General Surgery | University Ca Sf Med Center | University of California At San Francisco | University California San Francisco Medical Center

    • Medical School: Temple Univeristy School of Medicine | Temple University School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Jensen board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Kirk Jensen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Jensen speak?

    Dr. Jensen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Jensen treat?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Jensen diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Jensen. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Shoulder Arthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M19111: Post-traumatic osteoarthritis, right shoulder
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
    • M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
    • M19112: Post-traumatic osteoarthritis, left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Right Artificial Shoulder Joint
    • Left Artificial Shoulder Joint
    • Artificial Limbs
    • Right Shoulder Replacement
    • Right Shoulder Prosthesis
    • Right Shoulder Arthroplasty
    • Left Shoulder Replacement
    • Left Shoulder Prosthesis
    • Left Shoulder Arthroplasty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z96611: Presence of right artificial shoulder joint
    • Z96612: Presence of left artificial shoulder joint

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Right Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Rotator Cuff Injuries
    • Right rotator cuff rupture
    • Right shoulder tendon tear
    • Right shoulder muscle tear
    • Full Rotator Cuff Tear
    • Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
    • Severed Shoulder Tendon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M75101: Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
    • M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic

    Also known as:

    • Left Frozen Shoulder
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Left adhesive capsulitis
    • Left shoulder stiffness
    • Left shoulder periarthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7502: Adhesive capsulitis of left shoulder

    What procedures does Dr. Jensen perform?

    As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Jensen performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Jensen. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
    • Biceps Tendon Repair (Tenodesis)
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Adhesion Removal
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
    • Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
    • Subacromial Decompression
    • Shoulder Impingement Surgery
    • Acromioplasty
    • Long Head Biceps Tenodesis
    • Shoulder Biceps Tendon Surgery
    • Biceps Tendon Reattachment
    • Shoulder Tendon Repair
    • Shoulder Scope Surgery
    • Shoulder Adhesiolysis
    • Frozen Shoulder Surgery
    • Shoulder Joint Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
    • 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 23430: Tenodesis of long tendon of biceps
    • 29825: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with lysis and resection of adhesions, with or without manipulation

    Also known as:

    • Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy with Biceps Repair
    • Shoulder Arthroscopy with Capsulorrhaphy
    • Shoulder SLAP Tear Repair (Arthroscopic)
    • Endoscopy
    • Shoulder Scope Cleaning
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
    • Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
    • Arthroscopic Biceps Tenodesis
    • Keyhole Shoulder Biceps Surgery
    • Shoulder Scope Biceps Repair
    • Keyhole Shoulder Surgery
    • Shoulder Capsule Repair
    • Arthroscopic Shoulder Stabilization
    • Arthroscopic SLAP Lesion Repair
    • Shoulder Labrum Repair (Arthroscopic)
    • Keyhole Shoulder Surgery for SLAP

    CPT Codes:

    • 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
    • 29828: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; biceps tenodesis
    • 29806: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; capsulorrhaphy
    • 29807: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; repair of SLAP lesion

    Also known as:

    • Total Shoulder Replacement
    • Glenohumeral Arthroplasty
    • Shoulder Joint Replacement
    • Proximal Humeral Replacement
    • Artificial Shoulder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 23472: Arthroplasty, glenohumeral joint; total shoulder (glenoid and proximal humeral replacement (eg, total shoulder))

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    Also known as:

    • CPAP Initiation and Management
    • CPAP Setup
    • Sleep Apnea Machine Setup
    • Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 94660: Continuous positive airway pressure ventilation (CPAP), initiation and management

    Does Dr. Jensen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Jensen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 284-5300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Jensen accept in Lafayette, CA?

    Dr. Jensen in Lafayette, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Central Health

    • Contra Costa

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • MAPFRE

    • Medicare

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Jensen's office located?

    Dr. Kirk Jensen's Primary Practice

    3717 Mt Diablo Blvd Ste 100

    Lafayette, CA 94549

    (925) 284-5300

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    Dr. Kirk Jensen's Practice 2

    365 Lennon Ln

    Walnut Creek, CA 94598

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    Dr. Kirk Jensen's Practice 3

    1505 Saint Alphonsus Way

    Alamo, CA 94507

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    What is Dr. Jensen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Jensen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568553790.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jensen?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jensen

    What is Dr. Kirk Jensen's specialty?

    Dr. Jensen is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Lafayette, CA. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Jensen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kirk Jensen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Jensen is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Sutter Delta Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - ValleyCare, Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, Novato Community Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Kirk Jensen accepting new patients in Lafayette, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kirk Jensen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kirk Jensen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Jensen's office at (925) 284-5300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kirk Jensen?

    Please contact Dr. Jensen's office at (925) 284-5300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kirk Jensen have?

    Dr. Kirk Jensen is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

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